Norfolk scheme supports nearly 1,000 people into employment

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 15 Oct, 13:32 · Archive

Nearly 1,000 people with disabilities or long-term health conditions have been supported into or back into work through Working Well Norfolk since the scheme launched in October 2023. The programme received nearly 3,000 referrals and saw more than 2,200 people start, achieving a success rate of 45 per cent, above the national average of 38 per cent. A related Local Supported Employment programme supported 90 people, with 48 moving into work.

Plum Bristow, 50, was recently diagnosed with autism when she started receiving support. She said the project had 'given me space to process my experiences, understand myself better and become more comfortable asking for what I need'. Jacqui Cowan, 54, who had left work to care for her parents with dementia and lost her confidence, said the support had given her 'the confidence and hope to achieve my dreams' and helped her rewrite her CV.

Kabeer Kher, cabinet member for business, skills and agriculture at Norfolk County Council, said the programmes had 'transformed lives'. An event was recently held in Norwich to celebrate the schemes' success.

How it is being reported

• Scheme helps nearly 1,000 people with health conditions into work or stay employedNearly 1,000 people with disabilities or long-term health conditions have received support to enter or remain in employment.Eastern Daily Press · 15 Oct, 13:04
• Scheme helps nearly 1,000 people with health conditions into work or stay employedNearly 1,000 people with disabilities or long-term health conditions have received support to enter or remain in employment.Norwich Evening News · 15 Oct, 13:04

In this story: Working Well Norfolk · Norfolk County Council · Norwich · Plum Bristow · Jacqui Cowan · Kabeer Kher

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